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Port of Tiko

CMTKC🇨🇲Cameroon

Port Location

About Port of Tiko

Tiko is a seaport in Cameroon handling bulk carriers, container ships, gas carriers, general cargo vessels, Ro-Ro ships, and tankers. The port has a maximum draft of approximately 5.05 meters.

Background
Tiko, originally called Keka by the Bakweris, is a town and important port in the southwest region of Cameroon. The settlement grew as a market town for Douala fishermen, Bakweri farmers, and hunters from Molyko, Bwenga, Bulu, and Bokova. The core quarters in Tiko include Streets 1 to 7, Motombolombo, Down Beach, New Quarter, P&T quarters, New Layout, Long Street, Likomba, Golf Club, Mutengene, and Ombe. As of 2010, the town is estimated to have a population of 55,914.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
5.05m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q2228759 →
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
CMTKC
Country
🇨🇲Cameroon
Time Zone
UTC+1

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
West Africa
Sub-area
Gulf of Guinea
Latitude
4.0651°
Longitude
9.3957°

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Tiko?+
The controlling depth at Tiko is 5.05 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Tiko?+
The approach to Tiko is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cap Nachtigal Lighthouse at 12.8 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Cap Nachtigal (13 NM WSW), Cap Debundscha (24.8 NM W), Cap Debundscha (25.2 NM W), Islote Horacio (34.4 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Tiko?+
You can track vessels near Tiko (CMTKC) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for CMTKC on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Tiko?+
The Port of Tiko operates in the UTC+1 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.
What is the Port of Tiko?+
TIKO (UN/Locode: CMTKC), Cameroon is a seaport located at approximately 4.06510° N, 9.39568° E.
Where is the Port of Tiko located?+
Coordinates: 4.06510° N, 9.39568° E. Nearby terminals/ports:LIMBE — UN/Locode: CMLIM — 4.00000° N, 9.13000° ELIMBOH — UN/Locode: CMLIT — 4.00300° N, 9.12500° EDOUALA — UN/Locode: CMDLA — 4.04625° N, 9.70311° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Tiko?+
Depths: maximum draft approx. 5.05 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Tiko?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Tiko?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Tiko?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Ro Ro and Tanker.
Which service providers operate at the Port of Tiko?+
Service providers include Alpha Marine Shipping Services Ltd..